Buyers ... Stay Informed on the Local Market

We will be holding an "open house" of sorts this weekend on 6 vacant lots that we have listed. We will be on site both Saturday & Sunday from 1-3 PM. There are 4 lots listed at $95,000 each, abd two larger lots priced at $125,000 each, all of them have a minimum of 70 foot of river frontage!

Why would we do an "open house" on vacant lots? It's because these lots are special! They are all located on the intercoastal waterway, and all of them have river frontage. Each one has a buildable lot on the west side of US Highway 1, and river frontage on the east side of that highway. Just think how nice it would be to wake up every morning to the sun rising over teh intercoastal water way.

The seller is motivated to sell, and has told us she would reduce the price for an all inclusive package deal, and provide owner financing to a qualified buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity for some wanting a large water front estate, or a developer looking to build water front homes.

Stop by and see us Saturday or Sunday, February 20 & 21. The lots are located at 7300 US Hwy 1 in Micco Florida. For those familiar with the area, that is between the Snug Harbor Village and Barefoot Bay entrances.

Selling your home in can be an exhausting experience. Last minute walk-throughs, inconvenient calls, price adjustments and the possibility of being stuck with two mortgages are real concerns.

If you are not completely prepared, you could end up losing hundreds, even thousands, of dollars in profit.

The difference between a profitable smooth transaction and a break-even, miserable experience is often a fine line. In the majority of cases, it comes down to the subtle know-how of your professional Realtor.

By utilizing the knowledge of a qualified real estate professional, you’ll ensure the quick, profitable sale of your home. This report is designed to arm you with the knowledge to avoid 10 common mistakes that cost sellers serious money.

1. Refusing to Make Profit Inducing Repairs

It always costs you more money to sell ‘as is’ than to make repairs that will increase the value of your home. Even minor improvements will often yield as much as three to five times the repair cost at the time of sale. Your agent will be able to point out what repairs will significantly increase the value of your home in . Seemingly small fix up jobs can have quite an impact.

2. Not Considering Other Financing Terms

Cash is not always the most advantageous transaction. Income level, tax benefits and current legislation are all critical factors when considering purchase terms. Professional real estate agents are experts at home transactions and can lead you down the path that will give you the highest yield.

3. Provide Easy Access for Showings

Accessibility is a major key to profitability. Appointment-only showings are the most restrictive, while a lock box is the least.

However there are certain considerations to take into account: your lifestyle, time frame for the desired sale and the relationship with your agent. The more accessible your home in is, the better the odds of finding a person willing to pay your asking price.

You never know if the one that couldn’t get a viewing was the one that got away. By developing a trusting relationship with your agent, he or she will show the home with your best interests in mind.

4. Priced Too Low/Priced Too High

One critical reason to find the right professional is to make sure the property is priced appropriately for a timely and profitable sale. If the property is priced too high, it will sit and develop the identity of a problem property.

If it’s priced too low, it could cost you considerable profits. The real estate market in has subtle nuances and market changes that should be re-evaluated by your agent every 30 days to help you maximize your return.

5. Relying Solely on Traditional Methods To Sell Your Home

The agent who is innovative and willing to offer new strategies of attracting home buyers will always outperform agents who rely on traditional methods. Demand around the clock advertising exposure, innovative lead generation methods and lead accountability. These services exist and should be offered on your home sale.

6. Market Timing/Seasonal Selling

Just as a broker who continually follows the trends of a stock, your professional agent continually follows trends of your real estate home market. They will know if the market cycle is poised to net you the most money. Avoid believing that property sales are seasonal; property is always selling.

7. Refusing to Make Cosmetic Changes

The prospective home buyer’s first impression is the most important. An unbelievable amount of home sales have been lost to unkempt lawns, cluttered rooms, bad stains, unpleasant odors- all seemingly little things. Imagine you were the home buyer and clean your place from top to bottom, military style.

8. Wasting Time With An Unqualified Prospect

Your agent’s responsibility is to screen a prospect’s qualifications before valuable time is lost. Be sure to align yourself with the right professional and eliminate negotiating with unqualified prospects.

9. Don’t Test The Market

Never put your property online to sell unless you are serious. The right professional will find you buyers and if you are harboring indecision, you will blow the sale.

10. Believing You are Powerless to Make a Difference

Be a part of the team! Take an active role with your agent to see what you can do to facilitate your sale. Networking with professional peers and personal friends often results in the sale of a home. It’s surprising how many homes in are sold this way.

There is a lot of free information available to you about buying, selling or investing in real estate. For complete information about the real estate market including current homes for sale, property values and more please visit the most complete website online dedicated to everythingabout   real estate. So please feel free to contact me with any of your mortgage questions and I will be more than happy to answer your questions. Call me on my cell at 772-766-2521 or email me at Brad@IndianRiverHomeSales.com.

Please visit our Indian River Home Sales website to see many of the great values offered in today's market. This will probably be the best time in our lives to buy real estate, with low prices, a large inventory, low interest rates, and an $8,000 tax credit for first time buyers. Did I mention that real estate can be purchased through a properly structured 401 K plan? Why buy paper, when you can buy dirt? And Concrete? Have you considered buying a retirement home now through your IRA, and renting it out until your retire? Contact me for more details on a non-traditional, self directed IRA plan.